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I just got me some whey protein powder mix and the directions arent giving me enough info. They say i should mix one scoop of powder to a 8fl.oz of cold water and blend well. They also say take immediatley before and/or after my workout. How long is that? Should i bring the powder with me to the gym and as soon as im done, mix it with a bottle of water? What if i pre mix it at home and bring it in a water bottle and then drink after im done. Also, can i drink it on the days i dont lift wieghts. i Lift every other day and i do some cardio every day. Can i drink it on the days i just do carido? Please help me out and thanks.

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I have 2 sometimes 3 protein shakes a day

I lift 3 days a week and do cardio 3 days a week. My goal is always to take in more protein at the reduction of carbohydrates and bad fats. I try to have a shake within half an hour of my lifting program. Sometimes I’ll have one before and one after (in about a 3 hour span of time).

It’s been a great way for me to curb my appetite and sweet tooth. I mix mine with milk though I’ve had it with water as well. I’m usually too lazy to break out the blender so I just stir mine well until most of the lumps are gone.

by azruavatar on Oct 7, 2008 10:40 PM EDT reply actions  

poor mixing

In addition to getting extra protein in milk, you will also find that the powder disolves better. If clumping is a problem, you can also get one of those plastic bottles that comes with a top and a grid-like strainer thingee at the top that will break up clumps as you shake the bottle.

I’ve read that protein supplements should be taken with an hour (before or after) working out. I take a protein bar beforehand, and a protein shake after. I am perfectly comfortable waiting until I get home to have the shake. Warm protein shakes are not appetizing to me. And I broke on shake container in my gym bag once. That was gross.

by stuntmonkeys on Oct 9, 2008 5:50 PM EDT reply actions  

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Some good responses above. If you’re primarily trying to gain muscle mass the conventional wisdom is you should shoot for 1g protein/pound of bodyweight/day. For most people, 2-3 shakes a day can really help in this effort. Some obsessive types insist on sipping protein shakes during their workouts, but if you pound some before and after the you should be fine.

Two final thoughts: I prefer a whey/casein blend—it absorbs slower, so you don’t feel hungry so soon after. Finally, make sure you’re using the shakes as a supplement—powder’s great, but it can’t take the place of solid high quality protein sources.

by Andrew Heffernan on Oct 12, 2008 2:26 PM EDT reply actions  

I use the mix to gain muscle and lose fat. should i still use the same amount as you said Andrew?

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by Benji5203 on Oct 14, 2008 7:12 AM EDT reply actions  

Hmmm...

It’s hard to do those two things at once, but if you’re going hypocaloric (ie, taking in fewer calories than you burn) to lose fat, protein powder can help you hang onto lean tissue in the process. The main dietary variable when going for fat-loss vs. muscle gain—and some may dispute me on this—should be carb intake. Protein should hold fast around at least 1g/lb of bodyweight—you might even have to raise it a little. So, in a nutshell, yes, stay on the protein shakes while losing fat. Pre-and-postworkout nutrition is no time to skimp. Good luck and let us know how you do! —A

by Andrew Heffernan on Oct 14, 2008 10:19 AM EDT reply actions  

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